3K Classroom | Preschool Program in Kenosha, WI

What is the 3K preschool program at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie in Kenosha?

The Zoe Room at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie is our 3K (Three-Year-Old Kindergarten) preschool program for children turning 3 during the enrollment year. Located at 9244 39th Avenue in Kenosha, WI 53142, this program builds a strong academic and social foundation that prepares your child for Pre-K and kindergarten.

3K instruction runs from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. For working families in Kenosha and Pleasant Prairie, before and after care is available from 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Your child gets the benefit of structured preschool and full-day care in one place, with no separate drop-offs or pickups.

Three-year-olds in the Zoe Room learn letter recognition A through Z, counting to 31 and backward from 20, beginning handwriting with proper pencil grip, basic addition and subtraction concepts, Spanish numbers 1-10, and much more. Our curriculum has been refined over 35 years at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie.

What will my three-year-old learn at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?

Academic Skills

Letter recognition A through Z
Beginning letter sounds and phonics
Beginning writing and name tracing
Counting to 31 and backward from 20
Number recognition 1 through 20
Colors and shapes (including 3D shapes)
Spanish numbers 1 through 10
Basic addition and subtraction concepts
Following multi-step directions
Sorting and categorizing by multiple attributes

Fine Motor Skills

Proper pencil grip development
Scissor skills with guided cutting projects
Eye-hand coordination activities
Beginning handwriting (tracing and copying)
Lacing, threading, and bead work
Detailed art projects with multiple steps

Social and Emotional Growth

Manners and showing respect
Teamwork and cooperation skills
Parachute games, yoga, and dance
Building self-confidence through presentations
Conflict resolution with teacher guidance
Responsibility for personal belongings

What is 3K in Wisconsin, and how does Kiddie Kare A’Kademie’s program compare?

3K (Three-Year-Old Kindergarten) is a voluntary early childhood education program available in Wisconsin. The Kenosha Unified School District (KUSD) offers public 3K at some locations, but many Kenosha families choose private 3K programs for specific reasons.

At Kiddie Kare A’Kademie, our 3K program offers advantages that public 3K doesn’t:

Extended hours:

Before care starting at 6:00 AM and after care until 5:30 PM, so working parents don’t need a second childcare arrangement

Smaller class sizes:

Your child gets more individual attention from teachers

Familiar environment:

If your child started in our Elmo Room at age 2, the transition to 3K is seamless

Continuity:

The same center, the same trusted teachers, and a curriculum that builds on what your child already knows

Meals included:

Breakfast and snacks at no extra charge in our 100% nut-free Kenosha center

What does a typical day look like in the Zoe Room?

Here’s what a typical day looks like for three-year-olds at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie in Kenosha:

6:00 AM

Before care begins, free play

7:00 AM

Breakfast served (included in tuition)

8:30 AM

3K class begins: circle time, calendar, weather, and counting

9:00 AM

Letter and number lessons, worksheets, writing practice

9:30 AM

Morning snack

9:45 AM

Art, music, or Spanish lesson

10:15 AM

Outdoor play or gym time

10:45 AM

Learning centers and guided activities

11:15 AM

Story time and review

11:30 AM

Half-day pickup or transition to extended care

Lunch for full-day children (parent-provided, nut-free)

12:00 PM

Nap or quiet rest time

2:30 PM

Wake up, afternoon snack

3:00 PM

Free play, games, outdoor time

5:30 PM

Center closes

What comes before and after 3K at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?

Many children enter the Zoe Room from our Elmo Room (two-year-old program), where they’ve already learned counting to 10, colors, shapes, and name recognition. Children new to Kiddie Kare A’Kademie are also welcome in 3K.

After 3K, your child moves to the Bert Room (Pre-K/K4 program), our kindergarten readiness class. Pre-K graduates at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie count to 100, write their name, recognize all 26 letters and sounds, and perform basic addition and subtraction. They enter kindergarten at Kenosha-area schools like Jeffrey Elementary and other KUSD schools confident and prepared.

View our tuition rates or learn about enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year.

Frequently Asked Questions About 3K Preschool in Kenosha

Does Kiddie Kare A’Kademie provide meals during 3K in Kenosha?dooley2026-07-21T18:52:32+00:00

Does Kiddie Kare A’Kademie provide meals during 3K in Kenosha?

Yes. Children in the 3K program receive breakfast if they arrive before class and a morning snack during the session. Children who stay for extended care also receive an afternoon snack. All meals are included in tuition. We are a 100% nut-free center.

What happens after 3K at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?dooley2026-07-21T18:52:20+00:00

What happens after 3K at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?

After the Zoe Room, your child moves to the Bert Room for Pre-K/K4, our kindergarten readiness program. Pre-K graduates count to 100, write their name, recognize all 26 letters and sounds, and perform basic addition and subtraction. The transition is smooth because your child already knows the center and staff.

What will my 3-year-old learn in the Zoe Room at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?dooley2026-07-21T18:51:57+00:00

What will my 3-year-old learn in the Zoe Room at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?

Three-year-olds in the Zoe Room learn letter recognition A through Z, counting to 31 and backward from 20, beginning handwriting, basic addition and subtraction concepts, colors, shapes, Spanish numbers 1-10, proper pencil grip, and scissor skills. They also develop social skills through teamwork, yoga, parachute games, and group activities.

What is 3K in Wisconsin?dooley2026-07-21T18:51:46+00:00

What is 3K in Wisconsin?

3K (Three-Year-Old Kindergarten) is a voluntary early childhood education program available in Wisconsin. Some school districts, including Kenosha Unified (KUSD), offer public 3K. Many Kenosha families choose private 3K programs like Kiddie Kare A’Kademie for smaller class sizes, extended hours, and the convenience of staying in a center their child already knows.

How does Kiddie Kare A’Kademie’s 3K compare to public 3K in Kenosha?dooley2026-07-21T18:51:33+00:00

How does Kiddie Kare A’Kademie’s 3K compare to public 3K in Kenosha?

Our 3K program covers the same academic foundations as KUSD public 3K, but in smaller classes with a familiar environment and teachers your child already knows. We also offer extended hours from 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM, so working families in Kenosha don’t need separate before and after care.

Is the 3K program half day or full day at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?dooley2026-07-21T18:51:21+00:00

Is the 3K program half day or full day at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?

3K preschool instruction runs from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Before and after care is available from 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM for families who need extended hours. This means working parents in Kenosha get structured preschool and full-day care in one place.

What age does my child need to be for 3K at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?dooley2026-07-21T18:50:51+00:00

What age does my child need to be for 3K at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?

Children must be turning 3 during the enrollment year to participate in the 3K program at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie in Kenosha. The program runs from September through June in the Zoe Room.

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3K Preschool for 3-Year-Olds in Kenosha, WI: The Zoe Room